8549 results for 'William'

This revised and updated second edition of The American Judicial Tradition presents a series of portraits of the most famous appellate judges in American history, from John Marshall to the Burger...

Real Christianity: Discerning True and False Faith by William Wilberforce In this influential work, William Wilberforce challenges readers to understand the nature of true faith and its implications...

A Way of Seeing explores how ordinary imagination can be intensified to become an organ of cognition, leading to real knowing. Australian poet John Allison shows that poetry can reveal aspects of the...

Counter Jihad: A sweeping account of America's military campaigns in the Islamic world. This comprehensive history traces the unfolding wars from their origins in the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan...

The Savage Seas by Paul Anthony Williams is a haunting and atmospheric tale that explores the darker side of life. In this fourth book of the Dark Clown Series, the author masterfully weaves together...

This collection explores how male authors approach and represent femininity in their writing. From psychoanalysis to postmodernism, it examines various theoretical perspectives on gender and writing...

Losing My Cool: A Memoir of Love, Literature and Escape from the Crowd Thomas Chatterton Williams' memoir is a thought-provoking exploration of his dual identities as a hip-hop enthusiast and a...

Dorothy Wordsworth's journals offer a unique glimpse into her life with her brother William at the height of his poetic powers. Written between 1797 and 1803, these two journals provide valuable...

A new translation of Tiruvalluvar's timeless masterpiece, bringing practical wisdom and spiritual sustenance to a new generation. Thomas Hitoshi Pruiksma's rendering of the Kural brings English...

Idoru, a gripping techno-thriller by William Gibson, explores the intersection of technology and humanity in a world where virtual reality has become indistinguishable from reality itself.When...

Whitewater Tales of Terror is a hilarious collection of cartoons by renowned cartoonist William Nealy. A celebrated author and cartoonist, Nealy gained cult-hero status in the outdoor-sports...

A comprehensive study guide to the English Romantic poets offers in-depth explanation and analysis of their works. This collection provides insight into the poetry of William Blake, Robert Burns,...

The Global Police State by William I. Robinson As the world becomes increasingly unequal, governments are systematically excluding sections of their populations from society through heavy-handed...

Hardcover, 303 pages. William Zeckendorf Jr.'s memoir is a fascinating account of his life as a real estate developer with a social conscience. Born into a legendary family of developers, Zeckendorf...

Keywords for Today: A 21st Century Vocabulary This book takes us on a journey through the history of language to better understand our contemporary world. It explores how words and meanings have...

Thomas Gainsborough: A Life in Two Voices By Philip Thicknesse and William Jackson, with an appraisal by Sir Joshua Reynolds. This collection of memoirs offers a unique insight into the life of one...

The Classical Seven Planets: Source Texts and Meaning by Charles Obert This comprehensive guide explores the meanings of the classical seven planets in traditional astrology, drawing on the work of...

The term "graphic novel" was first coined in 1964, but its recognition grew slowly until the 1980s. This period, however, saw significant change in American comics, with declining sales and the...

The Fairbairn Protocol: A Training Manual for Survival. In 1942, the first covert agents of the OSS began training at "Camp X" near Toronto, Canada. Their Spy Combat Training was developed and taught...

Richard Wright and the Library Card by William Miller is a heartwarming true story about an African American author's determination to borrow books from his local library. In the segregated South of...

The Nuclear Power Decisions: British Policies 1953-78 by Roger Williams This book examines the major decisions made in the civil nuclear field between 1953 and 1978, covering the period from the...

Third Views, Second Sights: A Rephotographic Survey of the American West presents a unique perspective on the changing landscapes of the American West. In the late 1970s and again in the late 1990s,...

Natural Theology by William Paley In this foundational work of 19th-century philosophy, William Paley sets out to demonstrate the existence of God through the evidence of the natural world. By...

Developing the leadership qualities that deliver personal, interpersonal and organizational success is within reach. Ron Williams shares practical, tested advice in Learning to Lead: The Journey to...

The Storms of War by Kate Williams In the early summer of 1914, life is good for the de Witt family. But with the outbreak of war, their idyllic world is turned upside down. As Celia, the youngest of...

The Cambridge Companion to the Pre-Raphaelites by Elizabeth Prettejohn provides an in-depth exploration of the lives and works of the central figures in the Pre-Raphaelite movement. This...

The Architecture of Art History: A Historiography by Mark Crinson and Richard J. Williams explores the complex relationship between architecture and art history over the last 150 years. This study...

The Duke's Heir is a historical romance novel that follows Andrew, the Duke of Harrow, as he returns to his Oxfordshire estate after years away. His plans for restoring his family are disrupted when...

The Shah's Last Ride by William Shawcross is a gripping account of the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding the Shah of Iran's exile and its significant impact on American foreign policy. This book...

The Atlanta Child Murders: A True Story of Fear and Investigation In the summer of 1979, Atlanta, Georgia was gripped by fear as a series of child murders took place. The victims were mostly black...

Twins Superstitions and Marvels, Fantasies and Experiments by William Viney The history of twins is complex and multifaceted. From being seen as gods and monsters to objects of scientific experiment,...

The Glass Menagerie by Tennessee Williams is a powerful and poignant play that explores the complexities of family relationships and the fragility of the human psyche. Set against the backdrop of a...

Richard III and the Murder in the Tower by Peter A. Hancock A fresh perspective on one of history's most infamous figures, Richard III is often portrayed as a ruthless tyrant. However, this account...

Gypsy World: The Silence of the Living and the Voices of the Dead by Patrick Williams explores the unique customs and practices of the Manuš, a Gypsy community in central France. Their approach to...

The Concept of the 'Master' in Art Education in Britain and Ireland, 1770 to the Present by Matthew C. Potter explores the complex relationships between art pedagogy, national identities, and the...

Winchester A Pictorial History brings to light a wealth of historic photographs, many previously unseen, by notable photographers such as William Savage and C.E.S. Beloe.Meticulously captioned, these...

The Gospel of Mark by William Barclay This revised edition of William Barclay's classic commentary on the Gospel of Mark offers a fresh perspective on the life and teachings of Jesus. Barclay's...

The Peripheral by William Gibson In a near-future America struggling to recover from the wars, Flynne Fisher scrapes a living as a gamer for wealthy clients. One night, while playing a game set in a...

The History of Women's Football by Jean Williams is a comprehensive account of the sport's development in England from its early beginnings to the present day. From the first women's football game in...

The Romantic Poets by John Keats, George Gordon Byron, Percy Bysshe Shelley, William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and William Blake is a comprehensive collection of works by the movement's...

Václav Havel: A Life of Poetry and Protest Kieran Williams' biography sheds new light on the formative years of one of the most famous Czech writers-and political leaders-of the twentieth century...

The Dwelling of the Light: Praying with Icons of Christ by Rowan Williams Looking at an icon of Christ is more than just viewing an image of a human life lived long ago. It's an encounter with the...

Some people can make money. Others can't. William Leith is one of them. He's anxious about it. After all, money isn't real - we created it. But the desire for it is killing us. This dilemma sets him...

Border Politics: A New Approach to Borders in Global Politics Nick Vaughan-Williams presents a distinctive theoretical approach to understanding borders in global politics. This book explores how the...

Jeffrey J. Williams brings together his insightful observations on contemporary literary and cultural studies to shed light on the state of American higher education in "How to Be an Intellectual"...

A zombie apocalypse novel that uses calculus to survive. Zombies and Calculus is a humorous tale by Colin Adams about Craig Williams, a math professor who finds himself in the midst of a zombie...

William J. Wainwright explores the relationship between reason and emotion in his philosophical work "Reason and the Heart: A Prolegomenon to a Critique of Passional Reason". He argues that there may...

Dark Deaths: Selected Horror Fiction by William Cook is a collection of macabre stories that explore the darker aspects of human nature and the world around us. This diverse set of tales includes...

The Con Men Hustling in New York City by Terry Williams and Trevor B. Milton is a vivid account of the sociological reasons behind con artists' actions, revealing their methods and psychological...

The French Revolution A Very Short Introduction by William Doyle The French Revolution was a pivotal moment in modern history, marked by extreme political and social unrest that saw the end of the...

Love Letters to a Serial Killer by Tasha Coryell is a gripping and original debut that blends elements of thriller, romance, and satire. Hannah Wilson's life is marked by disappointment and...

This beautifully crafted hardback book offers comfort and solace in verse. Carefully curated by Deborah Alma, it provides a collection of poems to inspire healing and tranquillity.Featuring works...

Tennessee Williams' Sweet Bird of Youth and Other Plays explores the complexities of human relationships through three powerful plays. Chance Wayne's return to his hometown sparks a violent...

Reality Therapy: A New Approach to Psychiatry by William Glasser In this influential work, Dr. William Glasser presents an alternative approach to traditional psychotherapy, one that focuses on...

Sir John Moore's army faces its greatest challenge as it retreats to Corunna. A French army led by Napoleon pursues, and the survival of Britain's forces hangs in the balance. As the 106th Foot...

Don't Follow Your Heart challenges the idea that chasing after individualism and desires is the key to happiness. Instead, it argues that self-centeredness leads to feelings of aimlessness,...

Elizabeth, Shakespeare and the Castle: The Story of the Kenilworth Revels by Ronald Binns. In 1575, Queen Elizabeth I arrived at Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire, marking the beginning of an...

Art and Postcapitalism: Aesthetic Labour, Automation and Value Production by Dave Beech explores the intersection of labour, capitalism, and postcapitalism through the lens of art. The traditional...

The Physic Garden by Catherine Czerkawska is set in city life during the early 19th century, a time marked by poverty and pollution. Against this backdrop, young William Lang begins courting Jenny, a...

The Story of Quakerism in Scotland 1650-1950 by George B. Burnet and William H. Marwick is a comprehensive history of the Scottish Quaker movement, spanning three centuries. From its early beginnings...

A sudden citywide blackout plunges Stockholm into darkness and silence. As the streets are plunged into an eerie quiet, a young woman embarks on a perilous journey to deliver a message that may hold...

Do They Miss Me at Home? The Civil War Letters of William McKnight, Seventh Ohio Volunteer CavalryThis collection of over one hundred letters offers a unique perspective on the American Civil War...

Art and Upheaval: Artists on the World's Frontlines by William Cleveland explores how ordinary citizens have taken to art as a means of rebuilding their communities in the aftermath of war,...

Throwing Mother in the Skip is a poignant and humorous exploration of family relationships by William Thirsk-Gaskill. This 35-page paperback presents a unique perspective on the complexities of...

The Craft of Research, Fifth Edition by Wayne C. Booth, Gregory G. Colomb, Joseph M. Williams, Joseph Bizup, and William T. FitzGerald is a comprehensive guide to conducting effective and meaningful...

The Iron English: A Dynamic Repertoire for White The English Opening, with 1 c4 as its cornerstone, has been a staple of chess players for decades. Grandmaster Simon Williams was a long-time advocate...

The Hero Code: Lessons on How to Achieve More Than You Ever Thought Possible by William H. McRaven. This book is a celebration of real-life heroes and their lessons on inspiring trust, overcoming...

Stand Out of Our Light: Freedom and Resistance in the Attention Economy by James Williams. In today's information-rich world, our attention is becoming increasingly scarce. As we navigate the...

The Truth is a standalone Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett. In this humorous fantasy, William de Worde finds himself at the helm of Ankh-Morpork's first newspaper, alongside reporter Sacharissa...

Rowan Williams' Collected Poems brings together his previously published poetry with new work, including translations from Welsh, German, and Russian. This collection also features commissioned...

A beautifully illustrated edition of Margery Williams' story, "The Velveteen Rabbit", brings this beloved children's story to life in full colour. First published in 1922, the story follows a young...

Mahāyāna Buddhism: The Doctrinal Foundations provides an in-depth exploration of this significant Buddhist tradition. Originally originating in India, Mahayana Buddhism has spread across Asia,...

The Summer of Riley by Eve Bunting is a heartwarming and inspiring story about a boy's unbreakable bond with his dog. After a difficult period at home, William finds solace in Riley, who quickly...

In the unforgiving landscape of the American West, Marissa Williams finds herself at the mercy of her captors. Stripped of her clothes and left to await her fate in a Comanche tipi, she fears the...

Deep Ends: A Ballardian Anthology 2023 is a large-format annual anthology that celebrates the life and work of J.G. Ballard. This tenth edition features contributions from various writers, artists,...

Mnemonica For Everybody by Geoff Williams is a practical guide to learning one of the most popular memorized deck configurations in magic. Juan Tamariz, widely regarded as a true master of his art,...

The Pre-Raphaelites and Science explores how Victorian artists incorporated scientific principles into their work. In their manifesto, they sought to create art that reflected precise observation of...

The World Before Domesday: The English Aristocracy 900-1066 by Ann Williams explores the dynamics of English aristocratic society in a way that has not been explored before. This period saw the...

Eothen: Traces of Travel Brought Home from the East is a personal and introspective travel memoir that explores the transformative power of journeying to the Middle East. Written by Alexander William...

Ellen Ramsden's life has been shaped by loss and hardship. Her father, a seaman, was lost at sea, leaving her to care for her mother and brother Ben. Despite the challenges, Ellen finds happiness in...

A Contemporary History of Women's Sport, Part One Sporting Women, 1850-1960 by Jean Williams is a comprehensive historical survey of women's sport from 1850 to 1960. This book explores fresh...

The Coming Epiphany: Your Guide to Understanding End Times Bible Prophecy This comprehensive guide takes a broad and in-depth look at end times prophecy through the eyes of scripture. It explores...

When Sir William rides into town on his magnificent war horse, Kathryn's world turns upside down. He is like a burr in her side from the very beginning, and even the way he insists on calling her...

The Coretta Scott King Award-winning novel Gone Crazy in Alabama by Rita Williams-Garcia tells the story of three sisters as they travel from Brooklyn to rural Alabama for the summer. Delphine,...

The Genesis and Development of an English Organ Sonata By Iain Quinn This volume explores the evolution of the English organ sonata tradition, which began in the 1850s with compositions by W. T. Best...

The Ninth US Army: A Study of Uncommon Leadership. This book examines the careers of William Simpson and James Moore, two career military men who played a crucial role in World War II. Working...

Lucinda Williams shares her deeply personal story in this candid memoir, opening up about her challenging childhood and the experiences that shaped her music. The singer-songwriter reveals the...

It's still dark outside, but the lights are on in Stanley's Post Office. A busy day lies ahead for Stanley as he sorts through a large number of letters and parcels to deliver.Join Stanley and his...

Experience the iconic theme from the beloved film in a beautiful piano solo arrangement.Written by renowned composer John Williams, this piece is a stunning interpretation of the Jurassic Park theme,...

The Younger Pitt by John Ehrman is a detailed biography that explores the early life and career of William Pitt. This second volume of three examines the tumultuous years following Pitt's peak in...

For fans of historical fiction and romance, Jean Plaidy's 'The Plantagenet Prelude' is a gripping tale of power, politics and passion. When William X dies, his 15-year-old daughter Eleanor inherits...

Bramber Castle and its builders, the de Braose family of Normandy and England, are the subject of this book. Built around 1071 by Lord William de Braose, a supporter of William the Conqueror, the...

Running a Thousand Miles for Freedom is the remarkable true story of Ellen Craft and her husband William's daring escape from slavery in 19th-century America.In 1826, Ellen was born into slavery in...

The Warenne dynasty's rise and fall is a tale of power, politics, and scandal. From their origins in Normandy to their eventual demise in England, this family's story is one of successes and failures...

William Jessup Brady's life was one of brutal betrayal, ending in his own death. But when a Greek goddess brought him back to life, he found a reason to live - and a purpose: vengeance. As an...

Orpheus Descending and Suddenly Last Summer is a powerful exploration of love, freedom, and the darker aspects of human nature. This collection brings together two iconic works by Tennessee Williams,...

Singing School: A Unique Approach to Poetry This anthology takes an unconventional approach to the art of poetry, focusing on ways to learn from great work rather than rules or recipes. By studying...

Ostracism: The Power of Silence by Kipling D. Williams provides a comprehensive examination of this pervasive phenomenon, exploring its short- and long-term consequences for targets as well as the...

Jane Austen's final mystery is set against the backdrop of her declining health and a chilling discovery at Winchester College. In March 1817, Arthur Prendergast, a senior pupil, has been found dead...

The 1993 Phillies and Baseball's Unwritten Code By William C. Kashatus Led by Darren Daulton, John Kruk, Lenny Dykstra, and Mitch Williams, the 1993 Phillies were a team of misfits who played hard...